Naturalization in San Francisco

Your Path to U.S. Citizenship for Clients throughout California

Individuals seeking to become U.S. citizens must go through the naturalization
process. With so much at stake, it is recommended that applicants seek
the professional services of an experienced
immigration attorney. At The Law Office of Zhang, our team has a full knowledge of
the naturalization process. From eligibility to submitting your application,
our attorneys can help ensure that you complete every necessary step.

Call us today at (415) 761-2732 to speak to one of our San Francisco
immigration attorneys.

Qualifying For Naturalization

In order to be eligible to become a U.S. citizen, applicants must be at
least 18 years of age. They must also be a lawful permanent resident of
the United States, usually meaning that they must currently have a green
card. Additionally, applicants are often required to have lived in the
United States for at least five years.

The naturalization process involves the following steps:

Application: The application, Form N-400, must be completed and submitted
to the appropriate Service Center. The application must include two photographs
of yourself along with necessary documents.

Fingerprinting: The fingerprinting will be completed at a location specified
by the USCIS.

Interview and exam: During the interview, you will be asked questions pertaining
to your application and background. The exam will test your knowledge
of English and civics.

Oath of allegiance: If your application is accepted, you will be required
to take an oath of allegiance.

The Benefits of Becoming a U.S. Citizen

There are many benefits to becoming a citizen of the United States. For
one, as a U.S. citizen, you are allowed to vote in Federal and state elections.
Citizens are also allowed to bring certain family members with them to
the United States. Certain government jobs are also reserved solely for
U.S. citizens.

To learn more about our legal services, call (415) 761-2732 to speak
to one of our San Francisco naturalization attorneys.

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